The spirit of the Giro di Burnaby is alive with the return of the Girolino for kids. Burnaby brings a pedal and dash event open to all kids aged 5-11 to Confederation Park.
Please note: Helmets are mandatory and bikes must be in good working order to participate. Training wheels and balance bikes are not permitted. Wear running shoes and dress appropriately for the weather and activity.
There are 3 different bike and run course lengths:
Mini course (5-6 years old): 350 m bike/200 m run
Medium course (7-8 years old): 700 m bike/500 m run
Long course (9-11 years old): 1050 m bike/500 m run
Schedule
Cheer on the riders while enjoying a pancake breakfast and fun activities for the whole family. Remember to bring a blanket or chair.
7:30-8:30: Bike check in*
8:45 am: Pre-race meeting for young athletes
9 am: Race starts. There will be staggered races based on age groups starting with the 5-11 year olds.
9:30 am: Medal presentations start. Presented by Burnaby City Council.
9:30-11 am: Pancake breakfast (by donation with proceeds going to the Burnaby Firefighters Charitable Society)
*Bike drop off takes place between 7:30-8:30 am at the north end of the Confederation Park gravel field (located on Penzance Drive off Willingdon Avenue).
